Advent PC User Manual

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Important Details
There are a number of important
details that you should take a
note of should you need to use
our email support service or
support lines. It can be found at
the top of your receipt.
Staple
Your
Receipt
Here
Store: Date of purchase:
Receipt no.: Branch no.:
PC Performance no.:
Serial no.:
(Located on the rear of your Advent PC)
If you need help or assistance with your Advent computer please visit
www.pcservicecall.co.uk
Our website contains a wealth of support information on your PC. You will
also find helpful advice on a large range of peripherals and software. The
“How do I...” section will help you with looking after your PC, protecting
against viruses, and show you how to get the most from your PC.
If you can’t find what you are looking for you can use our email support
service to contact one of our trained technicians.
PC Repair Line 0870 901 3000 (charged at BT national rate)
PC SoftwareCall 0906 515 1180 (charged at £1.50 per minute)*
* Maximum call duration is 20 minutes. Please ask permission from the bill payer before calling.
Callers must be over 18 years of age to call premium rate lines.

Advent PC Specifications

General

Brand	Advent
Model	PC
Category	Desktop
Language	English

Summary

Important Safety Information

General Safety Precautions

Essential safety guidelines for using the Advent computer to prevent hazards.

PC Maintenance and Care

Service and Casing Warnings

Instructions for contacting PC ServiceCall and safety notes for removing the casing.

Welcome and Guide Overview

Introduction to the Manual

Welcome message and overview of the manual's content and support resources.

Important System Details

Key Information for Support

Details to record for support, including store, receipt, and serial numbers.

Support Website and Contact Numbers

Information on accessing support via the website and telephone lines.

Section 1: Your Advent PC Hardware

PC Components Overview

Explains the main hardware components of the Advent PC and their functions.

Mouse and Keyboard Usage

Details on mouse operation, buttons, scroll wheel, and keyboard shortcuts.

Monitor and Drive Information

Information on monitor types, optical drives, and their cleaning.

Storage and Connectivity Devices

Explains memory card readers, floppy drives, modems, and LAN ports.

Base Unit and Speaker Setup

Details on the PC base unit, its ports, and speaker connections.

Section 2: Introducing Microsoft Windows XP

Windows XP Editions and Interface

Overview of Windows XP versions and its graphical user interface.

Desktop, Taskbar, and Start Menu

Explains the Windows XP Desktop, Taskbar, and Start Menu functionality.

Notification Area, Recycle Bin, Shortcuts

Functionality of the notification area, Recycle Bin, and desktop shortcuts.

Accessing Help and Customizing XP

How to use Help and Support, change desktop background, and customize the Start Menu.

Screen Savers and System Sounds

Steps to set up screen savers and change Windows system sounds.

Creating and Managing Files

Instructions for creating shortcuts and restoring files from Recycle Bin.

Section 3: Windows XP Entertainment Features

Windows Media Player 10 Usage

How to play music, copy CDs, and manage the media library.

Copying Music to CD/DVD

Instructions for creating music CDs using Media Player.

Windows Movie Maker 2 Guide

Steps to create and edit home movies with Movie Maker.

Games and Third-Party Installation

Overview of included games and requirements for installing external games.

Section 4: The Internet and Online Connectivity

Internet Access and Providers

Basics of internet access, dial-up, broadband, and internet providers.

Web Browsing with Internet Explorer

Navigating web sites, adding favorites, and viewing browsing history.

Clearing Internet Cache and History

Steps to clear browsing history and internet cache in Internet Explorer.

Email and Instant Messaging

Using Outlook Express for email and Windows Messenger for instant messaging.

Computer Security Essentials

Anti-virus protection, firewalls, and Windows Security Center overview.

Firewall and Pop-up Blocker Configuration

Configuring Windows Firewall and the Pop-up Blocker settings.

Section 5: Maintaining Windows XP Performance

Windows XP Maintenance Overview

Importance of keeping Windows XP up-to-date and running smoothly.

Windows Update and Service Packs

Steps to connect to the web and run Windows Update and install Service Packs.

Disk Cleanup and Defragmentation

Using Disk Cleanup Wizard and Disk Defragmenter to optimize the drive.

Section 6: Windows XP System Utilities

Control Panel and System Settings

Navigating the Control Panel and adjusting system settings.

Date, Time, and Accessibility Options

Changing system date/time and configuring accessibility features.

User Accounts and Password Management

Setting up and managing user accounts and passwords.

Section 7: Troubleshooting and System Support

System Restore Operations

How to restore the computer to an earlier time or create restore points.

Advent Help and Support Center

Accessing help resources for the Advent PC and troubleshooting common issues.

System Recovery and Media Creation

Reinstalling drivers/software, system recovery, and creating recovery CDs.

Getting Further Help and Support

Resources for additional support via web and phone.